shindaiwa 66010 Multi Tool Edger Attachment Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
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shindaiwa 66010 Multi Tool Edger Attachment

Specifications

Product Name : Multi-Tool Edger Attachment
Model Compatibility: M262, M235
Manufacturer : Shindaiwa
Warning : Engine exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm

Product Usage Instructions

Introduction
Before using the Multi-Tool Edger Attachment, it is crucial to read and understand all provided literature. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Make sure to familiarize yourself with the specifications, safety information, and operation guidelines.

Servicing Information

Parts and Serial Number: Genuine Shindaiwa Parts and Assemblies are available only from an Authorized Shindaiwa Dealer. Always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you when purchasing parts.

Service: Service during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer. For service inquiries, contact 1-877-986-7783.

Consumer Product Support: For assistance or questions, contact Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support at 1-877-986-7783. Have your model and serial number ready when calling.

Product Registration: Register your product online at www.shindaiwa- usa.com to ensure warranty coverage and easy communication with ECHO if needed.

Additional Literature: For more information, visit your Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer or contact ECHO Incorporated.

FAQ

Q: Where can I find service and support for the Multi-Tool Edger Attachment?
- A: For service, contact an Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer at 1-877-986-7783. For general inquiries, contact Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support.
Q: Do I need to register my product for warranty coverage?
- A: Yes, it is important to register your product online at www.shindaiwa-usa.com to ensure trouble-free warranty coverage.

Operator’s Manual
66010
Multi-Tool
Edger Attachment

FOR MODELS : M262, M235

Warning
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Warning
Read and understand all provided literature before use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

INTRODUCTION

Specifications, descriptions, and illustrative material in this literature are as accurate as possible. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Illustrations might include optional equipment and accessories, and might not include all standard equipment. Your equipment might appear slightly different than pictured equipment.

Read and understand all provided literature. Literature contains specifications and information for safety, operation, maintenance, storage, and assembly specific to this product. Scan QR codes for more information.

For additional literature, including safety manuals where applicable, or questions regarding terms used in this manual, visit:

https://www.echo-usa.com/manuals

OR

https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/manuals

SERVICING INFORMATION

Parts and Serial Number Genuine Shindaiwa Parts and Assemblies for your Shindaiwa products are available only from an Authorized Shindaiwa Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you. For future reference, write them in the space provided below.

Model No. Serial No.

Service
Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-877-986-7783. Dealer information is also available on www.shindaiwa-usa.com. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.

Consumer Product Support
If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application, operation or maintenance of this product you may call the Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support Department at 1-877-986-7783 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Central Standard Time) Monday through Friday. Before calling, please know the model and serial number of your unit.

Product Registration
To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your Shindaiwa equipment on-line at www.shindaiwa-usa.com or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manual. Registering your product confirms your warranty coverage and provides a direct link between you and ECHO if we find it necessary to contact you.

Additional Literature
In addition to finding information online, information is available from your Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer, or by contacting ECHO Incorporated, 400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047, 1-800-432-ECHO (3246).

SAFETY

Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information
Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.

Danger
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER” calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.

Warning
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.

Caution
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which might lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided.

Note
The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit.

Note: This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit.

CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL
This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury.

International Symbols

Personal Condition and Safety Equipment

Warning
Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Warning

The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot. If unit is equipped with muffler, always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area, otherwise serious personal injury might occur.

Warning
Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit.

Physical Condition
Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:

If you are tired or sick
If you are taking medication
If you have taken alcohol or drugs

Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.

Eye Protection

Warning

Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements must be worn whenever you operate the unit.
For additional safety, a full-face shield can be worn over safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris.

Hand Protection
Wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.

Hearing and Ear Protection
ECHO recommends wearing personal protective equipment whenever unit is used.

Breathing Protection
Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit. Dust masks can provide protection against dust, plant debris, and other plant matter such as pollen. Make sure the mask does not impair your vision, and replace the mask as needed to prevent air restrictions.

Proper Clothing
Wear snug-fitting, durable clothing:

Pants should have long legs, shirts should have long sleeves.
DO NOT WEAR SHORTS.
DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY, or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surrounding growth.Keep clothing buttoned or zipped, and keep shirt tails tucked in.
Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid rubber soles.
DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES.
DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITH BARE FEET.

Keep long hair away from engine and air intake. Retain hair with cap or net.

Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue, which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler.

Warning
The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation, which can interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.

Extended Operation and Extreme Conditions

Caution
Prolonged exposure to cold and/or vibration can result in injury. Read and follow all safety and operation instructions to minimize risk of injury. Failure to follow instructions can result in painful wrist/hand/arm injuries.

It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers of certain individuals, may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations, followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers. The following precautions are strongly recommended, because the minimum exposure, which might trigger the ailment, is unknown.

Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck, feet, ankles, hands, and wrists.
Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking.
Limit the hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the unit or other hand-held power equipment is not required.
If you experience discomfort, redness, and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling, consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration.

Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI)
It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI). An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area. Some believe that prolonged exposure to vibration may contribute to CTS. CTS can cause severe pain for months or even years.

To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS, do the following

Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended, or twisted position. Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position. Also, when grasping, use your whole hand, not just the thumb and index finger.
Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands.
Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement.
Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles.
Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness, or pain in the fingers, hands, wrists, or arms. The sooner RSI/CTS is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented.

Danger
All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death can result.

Danger
Do not operate gas-powered products indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death.

Read the Manuals
Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’s Manual for instructions on safe operation.

Clear the Work Area
Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m (50 ft.) while the unit is in use.

Keep a Firm Grip
Always hold throttle handle and support handle with thumbs and fingers tightly encircling the handles.

Keep a Solid Stance
Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach.

Avoid Hot Surfaces
During operation, the drive shaft housing and attachment bearing housing may become very hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.

Equipment

Warning
Use only SHINDAIWA attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO, Incorporated will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual.

Check unit for loose/missing nuts, bolts, and screws. Tighten and/or replace as needed.
Inspect guards and shields for damage and to ensure that they are securely in place. Replace if damaged or missing.
Check that the attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating condition.
Check that handle and harness (if included) are adjusted for safe, comfortable operation. See Assembly Section for proper adjustment.

Warning
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings.

ALWAYS stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit.
NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running. Moving parts may not be visible through openings.

DESCRIPTION

Locate the safety decal(s) or etching(s) on your unit. Make sure they are legible, and that you understand and follow the instructions. If any cannot be read, replacements can be ordered from your Shindiawa dealer. Images shown below are for example only. Those on your unit might appear slightly different.

Lower drive shaft assembly
Flexible drive cable
Debris shield
Wheel
Blade

CONTENTS
The SHINDAIWA product you purchased has been factory pre-assembled for your convenience. Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary.
After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your retailer or SHINDAIWA Dealer of damaged or missing parts. Use the contents list to check for missing parts.

1 Multi-tool edger attachment
1 Operator’s manual
1 Warranty sheet
1 Storage hook assembly
2 Cotter pins 2×22

ASSEMBLY

Power Head Shaft to Lower Shaft Assembly

Warning
Do not perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running.

Parts required : Multi-tool power head shaft and coupling.

Set Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface.
Pull locater pin (A) out, and turn counterclockwise one-quarter turn to lock-out position.
Remove storage hook and cap from attachment drive shaft.
Note: Your coupler may appear different than coupler shown. Earlier model power heads may have shorter couplings.
Carefully fit attachment drive shaft assembly into coupler (B). Rotate the shaft (C) to make sure the inner lower drive shaft engages the square upper drive shaft socket. Note: Lower bearing housing and head assembly must be in line with the engine. Some models have an assembly line decal to assist in assembly.
Rotate locater pin (A) one-quarter turn clockwise to engage lower shaft hole. Make sure locater pin is fully engaged by rotating the lower drive shaft. Locater pin should snap flush in coupler. Full engagement will prevent further shaft rotation.
Secure lower shaft assembly to coupler by tightening clamping knob (D).

OPERATION

Warning
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. Allow unit to cool before performing service.

Note: Refer to your Multi-Tool power source Operator’s Manuals for correct engine fueling, starting and stopping instructions.

Edger Operation Techniques

Before edging, water the area to soften the ground to make edging easier.
Before edging, check the area and remove all obstacles and objects that could be thrown.
Plan to edge regularly to make it easier to keep a neat edge and to avoid having to make more than one pass.
Note: Blade depth may have to be adjusted due to differences in height between the hard surface and the top of the grass.
Warning
Never adjust blade height with engine running, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
Caution
Wear gloves or personal injury may result. Gear case and surrounding area may be hot.
Loosen adjustment knob (A). Move wheel up to increase cutting depth, or down to decrease cutting depth. A depth of 0.5 in. (13 mm) is optimal. Tighten adjustment knob (A).
Before edging, plan your direction of travel so that the unit will always be positioned on your right side and so that you walk on a hard surface whenever possible.
Position edger as shown. Warning
Before edging, be sure to read and understand the entire Operator’s Manual to avoid serious injury.
When starting to edge, run the engine at full throttle, and lower the blade gently into the ground, being careful not to hit the concrete with the blade.
Don’t force the blade. Move only as quickly as the blade will allow.

Warning
The complete unit, specifically the drive shaft assembly and muffler exhaust area, may become very hot during use. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

MAINTENANCE

Warning
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings. Always stop unit, disconnect spark plug or remove battery, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. Allow the unit to cool before performing maintenance or adjustments. Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.

Warning
Operating a poorly maintained unit can result in serious injuries to operator or bystanders. Always follow all maintenance instructions as written, otherwise serious personal injury can result.

Your unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, we recommend that you take your unit to a Servicing Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to do it yourself or have the Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded. If the task is not listed, see your Dealer for repairs.

Note
The use of emission control components other than those specifically designed for this unit is a violation of federal law.

Skill Levels
Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required.
Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required. Level 3 = See your dealer.

Click HERE or go to http://www.echo-usa.com/products/maintenance-kit or

HERE https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/you-can.aspx

Maintenance Intervals

Component/ System| Maintenance Procedure| Skill Level| Interval
---|---|---|---
Drive Shaft| Grease1| ****

1

| Every 25 hours of use
Gear Housing| Every 50 hours of use
Screws/Nuts/ Bolts| Inspect/Tighten/ Replace| Before Each Use

IMPORTANT – Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES
1Apply lithium-based grease.

Lubrication

Level 1.
Parts required: Lithium-based grease.

Gear Case
Note: Grease gear case every 15 – 25 hours of use.

Clean all loose debris from gear box.
Remove plug (G) and check level of grease. Grease should fill gear case to bottom of grease plug hole.
Add grease if necessary using squeeze-type tube. Do not use high pressure grease gun. DO NOT over-fill.

Drive Shaft (Lower)

Loosen screw (A) and remove center locating screw (B). Pull gear box and shield from drive shaft housing.
Pull flexible cable from the drive shaft housing, wipe clean and re-coat with 15 ml (0.5 oz.) of grease.
Slide the flexible cable back in the drive housing. DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable.
Install the gear housing and shield assembly.
Tighten screws securely.

Edger Blade Replacement

Level 1.
Parts required: Blade, new split pin.

Note: Replace blade when it is bent, damaged, or worn shorter than 152.4 mm (6 in.).

Caution
Wear gloves or personal injury may result. Gear case and surrounding area may be hot.

Remove split pin (A).
Align hole in inner blade adapter (B) with notch in gear housing, and insert locking tool (G) to prevent PTO shaft (C) from rotating.
Remove L.H. blade nut (D) by turning clockwise. Remove outer blade adapter (E), and blade (F).
Install and center blade (F) on inner blade adapter (B).
Install outer adapter (E) and nut (D). Tighten nut (D) firmly, turning counterclockwise.
Note: Never reuse old split pin.
Install new split pin (A) to secure nut, and bend both legs of pin counterclockwise around PTO shaft (C).

STORAGE

Storage Hook Installation

Insert small end of hook into locating hole on attachment shaft.
Slide plastic cap onto end of attachment shaft.

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL	66010
Length	783 mm (30.8 in.)
Width	202 mm (7.95 in.)
Height	304 mm (12.0 in.)
Weight	2.09 kg (4.6 lb.)
Drive Shaft	6.35 mm (0.25 in.) flex shaft
Gear Case Ratio	2.07:1
Rotating Direction	Away from the operator when viewed from the rear.
Blade	2-Tooth edger blade
Length	197 mm (7.8 in.)
Width	51 mm (2.0 in.)
Thickness	2 mm (0.08 in.)
Shield	Die-cast aluminum, anti-clog type.

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